2026 Elections
Civic Affairs
David Penaloza
Democratic Party
Elections
Jessie Lopez
Liberals
Politics
Santa Ana
Rams owner Stan Kroenke rescues the Angels after years of Arte Moreno mistakes
Stan Kroenke’s stunning acquisition of the Los Angeles Angels marks one of the most consequential ownership shakeups in modern MLB — and for Orange County, it signals the end of…
Irvine Police drone helps to arrest two women after $917 Brandy Melville theft at Spectrum
On Wednesday of last week, Remy Issabella Higgins, 20, and Kameryn Alexis Wilkins, 24, allegedly stole over $917 in merchandise from Brandy Melville inside the Irvine Spectrum Center. After store…
2026 Elections
Attorney General Candidates
California
Crime
Elections
Huntington Beach
Michael Gates
Public Safety
Rob Bonta
California State Sheriffs’ Association endorses Michael Gates for Attorney General, rejecting Rob Bonta
The California State Sheriffs’ Association (CSSA), representing all 58 elected sheriffs across the state, has formally endorsed constitutional lawyer Michael Gates for California Attorney General. The endorsement signals a major…
California leads the nation in fatal Labor Day hit and run crashes, but don’t blame the undocumented drivers
California’s ranking as 9th nationally for fatal Labor Day hit‑and‑run crashes per capita has renewed debate about what drives these incidents — especially in a state where millions of undocumented…
Fatal rollover crash in Trabuco Canyon claims life of OC Parks worker Luis Casas
A 25‑year‑old OC Parks employee, Luis Casas, has been identified through family statements and a verified fundraising campaign as the victim in a fatal rollover crash reported by the Orange…
Hurricane could threaten Orange County next week as warm Pacific waters fuel storm
A tropical disturbance off Baja California is showing a high likelihood of developing into a hurricane within days, and new forecast models indicate it could track toward Southern California —…
California Pizza Kitchen automated pizza machines may soon be coming to Orange County
California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is taking a bold step into the future of food access — and Orange County may be one of the markets to benefit. The Beverly Hills‑born…
Arrested man gave the police his brother’s name, to hide his outstanding warrants, in coastal OC
A man stopped by Huntington Beach Police officers in the city’s downtown area allegedly turned a routine police contact into a bigger legal problem after providing his brother’s information instead…
Irvine Police arrest man using fake disabled placards and seize six vehicles
Irvine Police say a man has been arrested after Traffic Detectives uncovered a scheme involving six vehicles parked with fraudulent disabled placards at an apartment community. According to investigators, a…
46 citations issued in bicycle & pedestrian safety operation in south coastal OC
Dana Point Police Services recently carried out a targeted bicycle and pedestrian safety enforcement operation, issuing 46 citations to bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorists. The violations ranged from bicyclists failing to…
Dutch Bros Coffee is finally coming to Santa Ana!
Dutch Bros Coffee is expanding again in Orange County, with a brand‑new drive‑thru location coming to 1819 N. Tustin Avenue in Santa Ana. The project is slated for a Q4…
OC man sought after baseball‑bat attack on elderly woman
Crestline, CA — Deputies responded early Tuesday morning, August 25, 2026, to a welfare check in the 23900 block of Straight Way in Crestline, where they discovered a 71‑year‑old woman…
CDL & DUI Checkpoint set for tonight in coastal OC
The Seal Beach Police Department will conduct a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on August 29, 2026, from 8 PM to 2 AM at an undisclosed location. These checkpoints are placed using…